Tag Archives: Shaun Maloney

Topsy-turvy Tics – Wigan Athletic 1 Birmingham City 1

It was a confusing Wigan Athletic performance as they drew 1-1 with relegation rivals Birmingham City at the DW Stadium. The visitors were ahead after just four minutes when Christ Tiehi committed an unnecessary foul on the edge of the … Continue reading →

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Latics unbeaten run comes to an end with dubious decision – Preston North End 2 Wigan Athletic 1

Wigan Athletic controversially suffered a narrow 2-1 defeat to local rivals Preston North End at Deepdale. Latics had taken a first half lead when Christ Tiehi’s cross was deflected over his own goal-line by Greg Cunningham. Early in the second … Continue reading →

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Frustrating day for Maloney’s men – Wigan Athletic 0 Norwich City 0

Wigan Athletic were held to a 0-0 draw by play-off hopefuls Norwich City at the DW Stadium. It was a frustrating afternoon for the hosts as they had had enough clear-cut chances to claim all three points but some poor … Continue reading →

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Maloney’s men edging closer to safety – Bristol City 1 Wigan Athletic 1

Wigan Athletic secured a vital point in their battle against relegation when they drew 1-1 at in-form Bristol City. The Robins are now unbeaten in nine games but Latics matched their mid-table opponents throughout. In a first half of few … Continue reading →

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Maloney’s men back in the mix – Wigan Athletic 1 Huddersfield Town 0

Wigan Athletic secured a vital victory in their fight against relegation from the Championship with a 1-0 win against fellow strugglers Huddersfield Town. In a game of few chances it was the visitors who looked the more threatening in the … Continue reading →

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Tentative steps for Maloney’s men – Blackburn Rovers 0 Wigan Athletic 0

Wigan Athletic secured a hard-fought 0-0 draw against play-off chasing Blackburn Rovers at Ewood Park. In Shaun Maloney’s first game in charge Latics new line-up gave a good account of themselves. Rovers had two early chances when Ben Brereton-Diaz had … Continue reading →

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12th Man: Fire sale chaos or master plan for survival?

It’s been another dispiriting week to be a Wigan Athletic fan, yet another home defeat and the exodus of our FA Cup winning stars. Just when you think things can’t get worse, we get another kick in the teeth as … Continue reading →

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12th Man: Is there light at the end of the tunnel?

It’s been a nightmare season so far but there is some evidence to suggest that the dark days may be coming to an end. Saturday’s improved second half performance against Blackburn Rovers has given me renewed hope that Latics can … Continue reading →

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12th Man: Malky has got to find some green shoots of recovery

I’m trying to remain optimistic, but it’s proving to be a very difficult task. Wigan’s current form is abysmal and it isn’t showing any signs of abating. Just how long can Wigan’s malaise continue? The introduction of a new manager … Continue reading →

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12th Man: Where do we go from here?

Yet another defeat last Saturday this time to local rivals Bolton in the FA Cup and Wigan’s terrible run of form continues. Malky Mackay has been unable to improve results and has now lost six of his eight games since … Continue reading →

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